Maintenance-Technician I

Courtyard by Marriott; Singapore; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a maintenance engineer where your skills in general maintenance and repair will shine. This role involves responding to guest repair requests, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring the safety and functionality of hotel equipment. You'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse team, develop positive relationships, and contribute to a welcoming environment for guests. If you have a passion for hands-on work and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and hotel engineering is a plus.
• Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to guest repair requests and perform preventive maintenance.
• Test and troubleshoot equipment, plumbing, and electrical components.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a professional appearance.

Skills

General maintenance

Surface preparation

Painting

Plumbing

Electrical components

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Lockout/Tagout system

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Communicate with guests/customers to resolve maintenance issues. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and kitchen and mechanical room equipment, including cleaning and lubrication. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Carry equipment (e.g., tools, radio). Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment and all utility shut-offs for buildings. Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed. Communicate each day’s activities and problems that occur to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards. Display basic knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge in categories such as air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and general building maintenance.

Perform surface preparation, painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement, and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area. Test, troubleshoot, and perform basic repairs on all types of equipment, plumbing (e.g., plunging toilets, unclogging drains), electrical components including lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, and replace electrical switches and outlets. Program TVs and perform general housekeeping and inventory duties related to engineering. Use the Lockout/Tagout system before maintenance. Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping, including sprinklers. Display basic computer skills such as inputting air handler schedules and adjusting temperatures.

Follow all safety, security policies, and procedures; report maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials. Ensure a professional appearance, maintain confidentiality, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge guests according to company standards, address service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests sincerely. Adhere to quality standards. Develop positive working relationships, support team efforts, and respond to colleagues’ concerns appropriately. Communicate clearly and professionally. Physically move objects up to 50 pounds, with assistance for heavier tasks, and navigate stairs, ramps, and ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Use computers to locate work-related information. Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience in general maintenance, surface preparation, and painting.
• Experience in hotel engineering or maintenance is a plus.
• No supervisory experience required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Driver’s License

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, people-first culture. We do not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any protected class under law.

By joining Courtyard, part of Marriott International, you become part of a global team where you can do your best work, start your purpose, belong to an amazing community, and grow into the best version of yourself.